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Access Database Keep Getting Corrupted

In this article, we will talk about why your MS Access database keeps getting corrupted and the respective ways to prevent it. As many MS Access users might be encountering this common phenomenon of MBD files being corrupted again and again. In this case, the users are unable to open their MBD and ACCDB files. So, let's analyze the reasons for Access database corruption.<br>

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Access Database Keep Getting Corrupted

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  1. Access Database Keep Getting Corrupted - 5 Major Causes and Ways to PreventIt ArticleSummary: In this article, we will talk about why your MS Access database keeps getting corrupted and the respective ways to prevent it. As many MS Access users might be encountering this common phenomenon of MBD files being corrupted again and again. In this case, the users are unable to open their MBD and ACCDB files. So, let's analyze the reasons for Access databasecorruption. The main reasons for MS Access database corruptionare: 1. Hardware Failure: The most common reason for MS Access database corruption is Hardware failure. If you are using hardware that is outmoded and does not allow for complete utilization of the application, there are very high chances that it would ultimately lead to a system crash and corruption of valuable data. If the Access data files are stored in bad sectors of the hard disk, the files cannot be opened fully or partially. Sometimes, when the system is connected to network devices like NIC, switches, hubs, routers, etc., it can also cause damage to data files. Sudden and unexpected power failure is also a reason for corruptfiles. 2. Failed Software: The corrupt files caused due to software failure are mainly due to incorrect file recovery system. Software issues can be caused by a Virus or bugs contamination. If the user has not properly exited after making changes in the files of the Access. Corruption can also occur due to damage in systemfiles. 3. Faulty database design: If there is a problem in the coding of the database or the structure, it can also result in abnormalities in files of MSAccess.

  2. 4. Usage by multiple users: If the MS access files- MBD and ACCDB are used by multiple users at the same time, it can lead to damage in datafiles. 5. Disk Formatting: Intentionally or accidentally formatting the internal or external drive can cause abnormalities in data files. Frequently adding and deleting files from MEMO fields can also damage the access files in addition to improperly installingplugins. Ways to prevent MS Access database filecorruption: To prevent file corruption, up to date hardware with enough storage capacity should beused. By using correct file system recovery to keep the software in workingcondition To prevent the sudden shutdown, taking care of uninterrupted power supply should be of top priority. Care should be taken to not shut the system abruptly. The system design and codes should be up to the mark and faultfree. Install an efficient antivirus to the system to counter virusattacks. Simultaneous usage of Database files by multiple users should beavoided. Avoiding addition/deletion of data to and from MEMO filed on a regularbasis. Ensure proper network connectivity to install pluginsproperly. Properly exiting from the data files after makingchanges. Read about- How to Resolve Access Database Error3270?? Possible Solutions to MS Access database gettingCorrupted: 1. New database creation and filemigration:

  3. A new database can be created and files are migrated to a new database. This can be done by moving data files one by one to the newdatabase. 2. By using Compact and Repairutility: For this close the Access database if it isopen. Go to Tools> database utilities option> Click on Compact and compact utility dialogue box enter New file name> Savetab. Repair Utility> Inthe If your data files are not shown by this method, then the files are severely corrupted. In this case, you should opt for the method describedbelow. 3. Fixing database Corruption by MS Access RecoveryTool: A very easy and smart way to deal with the corruption of MS Access database files is by using the Access Recovery Tool. This tool helps in the recovery of files from damaged Access files and can recover large OLE, MEMO data & BLOB data. .This tool has dual modes to handle minor and major corruption. The user can save the recovered data at the required location of his choice. It lets users recover deleted tables and system records and can work on the Window-based command prompt. Access Recovery tool allows users to generate a log file. This tool has an easy to use Graphic user interface and is compatible with all Windows Operating Systems including Windows10. Conclusion: MS Access users around the world face this problem of database corruption causing them to lose a valuable and large amount of data. There are many manual methods to prevent damage to data but when a large amount of data is involved and gets damaged, the only smart and efficient solution is to use the MS Access recovery tool to recover corrupt datafiles.

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